HBA opens new design office in Manila

HBA, a global hospitality design giant, announces the opening of its newest design office in Manila offering world class interior design to hotel owners and operators in the Philippines and throughout Asia.

The new office is located in Bonifacio Global City and helmed by Director Norman Agleron, who boasts of over 20 years of international design experience in hospitality, retail, high-end residences, architecture, and construction.

He has worked on key awardwinning projects such as The Fullerton Singapore, The Four Seasons Jakarta, and The Siam Kempinski in Bangkok.

Ian Carr, co- CEO of HBA, said: “This is a wonderful opportunity for HBA. Norman is passionate about training and honing talented people. His commitment to cultivating talent and directing excellent design is evidenced by the achievement and growth of the Manila office since its inception.”

The new team of talented design professionals embraces HBA’s philosophy of hospitality design – to create a unique sense of place.

In most major Philippine cities, the demand for quality hotels far outstrips the supply. Due to the booming hospitality industry, hotel rooms are predicted to double in the next three years, on the heels of an aggressive overseas promotion and ease of visa restrictions, reflected in an increase in flights as well as airport expansions. HBA’s Manila office will support the design for hotels and brands that cater to travellers throughout the region.

The Manila office is strategically placed in the bustling business hub of South East Asia. “The time is right now, as the Philippine economy is on the upswing, largely due to the surge in foreign direct investments,” says Agleron.

“I am privileged to be given the opportunity to bring HBA’s global pedigree to the Philippine market. I am confident that our involvement will raise the profile of wonderful destinations that bring international attention to the Philippines,” said Agleron.

Encompassing luxury hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, show flats, banquet facilities, F&B’s, casinos, clubhouses, and leisure developments, the team at HBA Manila offers a full-range of interior design consultancy services from concept and schematic planning to design development, construction, and installation of projects for Philippine and international clients.